Canisp
Canisp (Scottish Gaelic: Canasp) is a mountain in the far north west of Scotland. It is situated in the parish of Assynt, in the county of Sutherland, 25 kilometres (16 mi) north of the town of Ullapool. Canisp reaches a height of 847 metres (2,779 ft) and qualifies as a Corbett and Marilyn hill. The mountain's name translates from the Old Norse language as "white mountain".
| Canisp | |
|---|---|
| Canasp | |
Canisp seen from Conival, nine kilometres to the east. | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 847 m (2,779 ft) |
| Prominence | 691 m (2,267 ft)Ranked 65th in British Isles |
| Parent peak | Ben More Assynt |
| Listing | Corbett, Marilyn |
| Naming | |
| English translation | White Mountain |
| Language of name | Old Norse |
| Geography | |
| Location | Assynt, Scotland |
| Parent range | Northwest Highlands |
| OS grid | NC203187 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 15, OS Explorer 442 |
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